Iran, New Zealand draw 2-2 in World Cup clash shadowed by protests
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Elijah Just scored both of New Zealand’s goals as NZ and Iran draw 2-2 in a Group G World Cup 2026 match in Los Angeles, with Rezaeian and Mohebbi levelling for Iran amid a charged backdrop of protests outside the stadium and political tensions, leaving Group G level on points; Iran eye knockout progression and next face Belgium while NZ play Egypt.
- Iran draw 2-2 with New Zealand in politically charged World Cup match Al Jazeera
- 'Repressed' Iran forced to leave U.S. after New Zealand draw ESPN
- New Zealand’s diplomatic breakaway Politico
- Iran World Cup team coach says it was ordered out of U.S. right after first match CBS News
- ‘Beautiful moment’: fans of New Zealand and Iran draw on World Cup fervour together The Guardian
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